Job Description
Key Responsibilities
As a Remote Literacy Instructor, your pivotal role will involve steering students through the intricacies of literacy development. Utilizing established methodologies, you will assist students in cultivating vital reading, writing, and comprehension skills, all while promoting independence and critical thinking.
- Deliver individualized literacy instruction tailored to students across diverse age ranges.
- Implement evidence-based literacy intervention techniques, specifically EBLI (Evidence-Based Literacy Instruction).
- Aid students in developing executive functioning capabilities, including time management, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Inspire a passion for reading and learning by crafting engaging, student-focused lesson plans.
- Monitor and evaluate student progress, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to achieve learning objectives.
- Maintain effective communication with students and, where appropriate, their parents or guardians to ensure ongoing success.
Required Skills
We invite you to apply if you possess the following attributes:
- Experience in tutoring or teaching literacy skills.
- Proficiency in evidence-based reading instruction, preferably EBLI-trained.
- (Preferred but not obligatory) Montessori certification.
- A strong commitment to fostering student success and personal growth.
- Ability to promote independent learning while providing essential guidance and support.
- Excellent communication skills and the capability to engage students within a virtual learning environment.
Qualifications
- Prior experience in tutoring or teaching literacy skills is essential.
- EBLI training and proficiency in evidence-based reading instruction are required.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Education, Literacy, or a related field is preferred.
Career Growth Opportunities
This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on students’ literacy development, allowing for personal fulfillment and professional advancement. We encourage continuous development through various professional growth initiatives designed to enhance your instructional abilities.
Company Culture and Values
We are dedicated to transforming education by cultivating learning environments that emphasize student agency, intellectual curiosity, and comprehensive development. Our pedagogy blends structured guidance with self-directed exploration, thereby empowering students to discover knowledge at their own pace while receiving the necessary support to thrive. We prioritize collaboration and a culture where educators and students jointly foster curiosity and a lifelong passion for learning.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on age, sex, race, color, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected status. Our aim is to create an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and supported.
Employment Type: Full-Time